L'Oreal to close shu uemura operations in U.S.
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
L'Oreal plans to shutter the Japanese makeup artistry brand in the U.S. and redirect resources to fuel its growth in the luxury market, according to a release. Shu uemura was a small part of the firm's luxury business, sold in the U.S. since 2004; L'Oreal will instead focus on its Lancome, Yves Saint Laurent, Giorgio Armani, Ralph Lauren,Kiehl's and fragrance brands, says L'Oreal USA luxury division President Carol Hamilton. Shu uemura "will continue its expansion in other parts of the world where it has seen significant growth and success." U.S. customers can continue to purchase products online at shuuemura.com